So You Think You Wanna Visit the Wild West...of Illinois?
Ever looked at a map of Illinois and thought, "Hey, that looks an awful lot like a mitten!"? Me neither. But what people do think about Illinois, is: "Where's the most dangerous place?" Well, buckle up, buttercup, because we're about to take a whistle-stop tour of Illinois'...interesting...cities.
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| What is The Most Dangerous City In Illinois |
The Not-So-Magnificent Seven (or Ten, Depending on Who You Ask)
Here's the thing: Illinois is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get (and sometimes, you wish you hadn't). Deciding the absolute most dangerous city is a bit like choosing a favorite child (unless you're Thanos, then that's easy). But some contenders keep popping up on "Most Likely to Get You Shanked" lists:
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- East St. Louis: Ever heard of the saying "Illinois: Land of Lincoln and...uh...other stuff?" Yeah, that "other stuff" can be found in spades here. East St. Louis boasts a crime rate that would make your grandma clutch her pearls (and possibly her mace).
- Danville: Don't let the quaint name fool you. Danville might be where Dick Clark got his start, but it's also where trouble likes to get started.
- Rockford: Looking for a city with a rockin' crime scene? Look no further! Rockford will show you a good time...if your idea of a good time involves dodging bullets.
Just a friendly reminder: This is not an exhaustive list. There's a reason Illinois is nicknamed "Chi-raq" (sorry, not sorry, Chicago).
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But Wait, There's More!
Here's the thing: danger can lurk anywhere, even in seemingly peaceful places. So, here are some additional contenders for "Illinois: Not for the Faint of Heart":
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- Peoria: Home to the Peoria River...of crime?
- Springfield: Sure, it's the state capitol, but that doesn't mean it's all sunshine and lollipops.
- Literally Anywhere Else: Look, Illinois is like a game of chance. You could end up in a charming little town, or you could end up in a place where tumbleweeds blow by and the sheriff is a tumbleweed himself (because he's too scared to leave his office).
Important Note: Tumbleweeds are not native to Illinois.
QuickTip: Reread tricky spots right away.
FAQ: Staying Alive in Illinois (Maybe)
How to stay safe in Illinois? That, my friend, is the million-dollar question (although a million dollars might get you kidnapped in some parts). Here are some quick tips:
- How to blend in: Wear a bulletproof vest and learn to say "y'all" with conviction.
- How to avoid trouble: Don't jaywalk. Seriously, jaywalking is the ultimate sin in Illinois (right after littering).
- How to make friends: Offer everyone you meet a casserole. Midwesterners love a good casserole.
- How to get out of a sticky situation: Learn to speak fluent Chicago deep dish pizza terminology.
- How to have a good time: Stay inside. Just kidding (mostly).
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